Ort
/ɔʁt/
place
Das ist ein schöner Ort zum Entspannen.
This is a nice place to relax.
general
A specific location or area, often with a particular characteristic or purpose.
Der historische Ort ist sehr beliebt bei Touristen.
The historical place is very popular with tourists.
Can refer to a physical location, a specific point, or an abstract concept of place.
general
A position or rank in a hierarchy or sequence.
Sie hat einen hohen Ort in der Gesellschaft.
She holds a high position in society.
Used metaphorically to describe status or importance.
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Pro Tip
Capitalization
Remember that 'Ort' is always capitalized in German as it is a noun.
Word Origin
From Middle High German 'ort', meaning 'place' or 'location'.
Usage Notes
In German, 'Ort' is always capitalized as it is a noun. It can refer to both physical and abstract places.
Word Breakdown
Ort
place
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